A cell that carries information through the nervous system.

• Neuron

• Synapse

• Spinal Cord

• Cerebrum

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The thick column of nervous tissue that links the brain to most of the nerves in the PNS.

• cerebellum

• spinal cord

• cerebrum

• brain stem

A body system that controls and coordinates all body activities through electric impulses/messages between brain, spinal cord and nerves.

• endocrine system

• nervous system

• nerve

• neuron

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What makes up the central nervous system (CNS)?

• brain and spinal cord

• brain and cranial nerves

• spinal cord and spinal nerves

• cranial nerves and spinal nerves

What is the main function of the nervous system?

• to inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide

• to break down food consumed by a person for nutrients

• to control the body's activities by relaying messages

• to control the body's movements

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What are the two divisions of the nervous system?

• Central and Lower nervous systems

• Central and Peripheral nervous systems

• Lower and Cerebral nervous systems

• Central and Muscular nervous systems

What are the three parts of the nervous system?

• brain, spinal cord, nerves

• brain, lungs, spinal cord

• heart, brain, nerves

• brain, nerves, neurons

Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• medulla

Label the Neuron: What does the letter "H" represent?

• Myelin Sheath

• Axon

• Axon Terminal

• Dendrite

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Label the Neuron: What does the letter "F" represent?

• Myelin Sheath

• Axon

• Axon Terminal

• Dendrite

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